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The cheapest and fastest trains from Castleford to Selby
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
20 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castleford to Selby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castleford to Selby will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Castleford for Selby every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 22 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
05:311h22
Castleford06:53Selby
£241One-way
0 changes
05:311h22
Castleford06:53Selby
£241One-way
0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Castleford to Selby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Castleford to Selby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 22:52 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Castleford to Selby trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Castleford and Selby from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
59m
Cheapest Price
£23
Northern Rail (3) frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest Price
£23
TransPennine Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
45m
Cheapest Price
£13
Northern Trains Limited frequency
18 a day
FAQs: Castleford to Selby train
FAQs: Travel by train from Castleford to Selby easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Castleford to Selby.
The train distance from Castleford to Selby is 20 km.
Booking trains from Castleford to Selby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Castleford to Selby, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Castleford to Selby covers a distance of 20 km and takes approximately 59m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Castleford to Selby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £23.
The first train from Castleford to Selby leaves at 4:50.
The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Selby is by train, costing approximately £23.
The last train from Castleford to Selby departs at 22:52.
The train station in Castleford that goes to Selby is Castleford station (CFD), and it arrives at Selby station (SBY).
Trains from Castleford to Selby run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Castleford to Selby.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Castleford to Selby.
Yes, you can take the train from Castleford to Selby.
There is no night train service from Castleford to Selby.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Castleford and Selby
Castleford
Selby
The major train station for departures in Castleford is Glasshoughton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasshoughton for your trip from Castleford to Selby.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmAccessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Level access throughout the station, access from car park and onto leisure centre across overbridge, access from overbridge onto both platforms is via ramps, route between platforms is lengthy
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: None at the station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Glasshoughton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off adjacent to the station at service bus stop.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
TaxisAccessibility
WC
HotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
Number of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Carlton Street.
Dining
- The Glass Blower
- The Junction
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Premier Inn Castleford
- Wheldale Hotel
- Castleford Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main concourse
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform 1: trains to Leeds
- Platform 2: trains to Knottingley
Public transport options for Castleford
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern Rail services
The major train station for arrivals in Selby is Selby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Selby for your journey to Selby from Castleford.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:45 Saturday 06:00 - 19:45 Sunday 09:15 - 19:00 Self service ticket machine also available on Platform 1
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is available throughout the station, however customers should note that access to platforms 2 and 3 is via a barrow crossing which is reliant upon staff assistance, and cannot be accessed outside of staffed hours. This station is Partialially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 19:45 Sunday: 09:15 - 19:00 This station is Category B2. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train as it may take time to cross the station between train movements. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train on platform 1 can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station or access to platform 2 or 3 when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: On request.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located on Platform 1.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside the station entrance and also on Platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Selby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From outside station entrance
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